Encyclopedia of Early CinemaRichard Abel Taylor & Francis, 2005 - 791 pages This encyclopedia presents a wealth of information on early cinema history, with coverage of the techniques and equipment of film production, profiles of the pioneering directors and producers, analysis of individual films and the rapid growth of distinct film genres, and the emergence of something the world had never seen before - the movie star. A perfect companion for any student of early cinema and film studies. |
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